Although this list is by no means exhaustive, we feel it represents a genuine sampling of the diversity of pet-friendly accommodation our book has to offer travellers and their four-legged friends.
Daylesford Country Cottages
These award-winning cottages have five fully self contained family and pet friendly cottages around the Daylesford area, the Spa capital of Victoria.
Pets can even relax in front of the open fire as long as they desire! This is where your canines can also wine and dine. Don’t leave your pets behind because they deserve a holiday too! Cats also welcome.
1 Tipperary Springs Road, Daylesford 3460
T 03 9307 1384
www.daylesford-cottages.com.au
Abelia Cottage
This self contained 2 bedroom cottage sleeps up to 9 people. There is a large fully-fenced backyard and dogs are welcome inside. With lots of walking tracks and a waterfall nearby make this an ideal pet-friendly escape.
165 Main Road, Hepburn 3461
T 03 5348 4599
Taringa Farmhouse
This comfortable, tranquil 3-bedroom farmhouse, set on a 30-hectare Arabian horse stud, sits on a hill with picturesque views of the Wombat State Forest. Pets and horses are welcome to stay at the property but dogs must not be allowed to chase the horses and must be kept inside after dark. A 10-minute drive from Daylesford, the property has a wood fire and fully- equipped kitchen. Linen is an optional extra or byo.
105 Torpys lane, Glenlyon 3461
T 03 5348 7576 or 0432 763367
Jubilee Lake Holiday Park
Small dogs are allowed by prior arrangement during off peak seasons, on site accommodation only (not in cabins). Dogs must be on a leash at all times, cleaned up after, not left unattended and not let to bark excessively. Canoe or paddle boat hire is available and there are natural mineral springs and bushwalking trails close by. Features include a children’s playground, playing field and free wireless internet.
151 Lake Road, Daylesford 3460
T 1800 686 376 or 03 5348 2186
Birches of Daylesford
Pets are welcome to stay in these two self-contained cottages which are set amidst lovely gardens. Birch is the larger with 2 bedrooms, great views and a spa bath. Wren has its own private garden and is suitable for 2 guests.
88 Central Springs Road, Daylesford 3460
T 03 5348 1463
www.birchesofdaylesford.com.au
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Daylesford and Hepburn Springs have many places to stay with your pets, here are a few more.
Central Springs Cottage suits a maximum of 6 guests, it is a miners cottage, close to shops and has a view of lake Daylesforsd and are pets welcome.
Casa Bianco also suits 6 guests, country living, has a barbecue and it is children and dog friendly.
Chestnut Views caters for 12 guests, is on 8 acres, good for large groups, dogs are welcome.
Dogs on leashes are welcome at cafes with outdoor seating, they usually provide a water bowl.
Also Lake Daylesford, Jubilee lake, Victoria Park and the Wombat Hill Botanical Gardens also welcome dogs on leashes.